U-tec released its new Ultraloq model with Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support, compatible with Apple Home, but without native auto-unlocking feature. The company plans to release a new version in 2025 with support for Aliro and auto-unlocking. ADT CTO Gilles Drieu will join the HomeKit Insider Podcast next week to discuss smart home topics.
TechApple | Rating: 42 | 2024-09-23 04:30:48 PM |
A price war has erupted between Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and Adorama, offering the Apple M3 MacBook Pro 14-inch at discounted prices. The standard M3 14-inch MacBook Pro in Silver can be purchased for $1,199 with a promo code, while the M3/8GB/1TB 14-inch model is available for $1,299. The devices feature Apple's M3 chip, 8GB unified memory, and 512GB or 1TB SSD storage.
Duplicated with: 1 | 2024-09-23 04:20:33 PM |
Shazam, a popular music recognition app, has released an update integrating Apple Music Haptics, a new accessibility feature that uses the iPhone's Taptic Engine to vibrate in time and intensity with music playback. The feature is available for Apple Music, Apple Music Classical, and Shazam, and can be enabled in the Accessibility section of Settings. Apple acquired Shazam in 2018 for $400 million.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-23 02:10:35 PM |
Aqara, a leader in Apple Home products, offers three smart locks with Home Key support: U50, U100, and U200. These locks cater to different needs, with varying levels of security and protocols. With over 1,000 smart home devices in 30 categories, Aqara's 13 years of experience has earned them a reputation for trustworthiness.
TechApple | Rating: 51 | 2024-09-23 01:40:35 PM |
The iPhone 16 Pro Max's camera system has been tested by DxOMark and scored 157 points overall, ranking fourth globally. It also ranked fourth in the Ultra-Premium category for devices valued at more than $800. The camera system lags behind the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Honor Magic6 Pro in terms of overall score.
TechApple | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 64 | 2024-09-23 12:50:49 PM |
Some iPhone 16 Pro users are reporting touch screen issues, including touches and taps not being recognized. The problem is not exclusive to the new models, but also affects older models. The issue appears to be related to iOS 18, and typically resolves itself within a few moments before reoccurring.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-23 10:50:35 AM |
A YouTube repair specialist, NicsFix, discovered that the debug port on first-gen HomePods can be used as a direct speaker for Macs. The specialist created a custom cable to connect the HomePod to a Mac, which allowed the HomePod to appear as a USB speaker. The test HomePod's other components worked fine, but the Wi-Fi chip was unrepairable.
TechnologyApple | Rating: 80 | 2024-09-22 10:20:33 PM |
Apple has discontinued the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, as well as the iPhone 13, due to the release of newer models. The discontinued iPhones are still available for purchase from retailers for a limited time. Apple discontinues certain products annually to make way for newer items.
TechApple | Rating: 64 | 2024-09-22 07:00:40 PM |
Amazon is offering a $50 discount on the new 2024 Apple Watch Ultra 2 with a black titanium case, priced at $749.99 with select band styles. The updated case color is available for the first time, previously only offered in a lighter titanium. The discount matches the lowest price seen since the new case color was announced on September 9.
TechApple | Rating: 60 | 2024-09-22 06:50:35 PM |
iFixit, a repair site, has given the iPhone 16 lineup its highest repairability score due to three key changes in design and internals. The changes include hard steel casing for the iPhone 16 Pro battery, which reduces the risk of battery damage. The rating is provisional pending Apple's release of parts.
TechApple | Rating: 64 | 2024-09-22 05:00:45 PM |